subtract

(eg. literature, human, origin )

subtract /səb ˈtrækt/ ?

Add to My List

Add Yates to the master list, just subtract the euphorias.
To calculate the personal saving rate, government statisticians subtract taxes and spending from personal income.
Cheat on your diet, and you subtract precious time.

"Disappointing the way it ended," Martin said. "We have to look at some things. Maybe add some people, subtract some people. Who knows? We have to evaluate something. That's not acceptable. To make it to the Western Conference Finals and...
on Jul 6, 2010 By: Kenyon Martin Source: NBA.com
"I've seen him do this many times," manager Willie Randolph said. "He's just a Houdini sometimes. He knows how to add or subtract and play off the aggressiveness of players, especially young players."
on Apr 3, 2007 By: Willie Randolph Source: ESPN
"I am so happy and I thank the Lord that the 32 cases have been dismissed by the regional court here in Manila. This will subtract from the 901 cases that were filed against the Marcoses," Imelda told local television network ABS-CBN News.
on Mar 9, 2008 By: Imelda Marcos Source: Xinhua